2-Day Cozumel Diving: 4 Dives for Certified Divers

The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is the largest in the Northern Hemisphere, and you reach it on day two.

A 2-day scuba diving activity from Playa del Carmen for certified open-water divers, with four dives split between Riviera Maya reefs on day one and Cozumel's Marine Park on day two. A professional guide leads both days. The ferry to Cozumel and lunch on day two are included. Participants must hold current open-water certification or equivalent, and a pool refresher may be required if your last dive was more than a year ago.

The experience

You complete two dives along the Riviera Maya reefs on the first day, working with qualified dive instructors to explore walls, swim-throughs and reef formations while watching the marine life that moves through them. The second day takes you by ferry to Cozumel, where you make two more dives in the Marine Park: part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef system that stretches across the Northern Hemisphere. Lunch is provided in Cozumel after the morning dives.

The activity runs on a fixed schedule across the two days, and a professional guide who speaks English or Spanish leads the group through each dive site. Rental gear is available if you need it, charged at USD 27 per dive and paid on-site. Marine park fees of USD 8 per person per day may apply. Pickup is included from your accommodation in the Playa del Carmen area, and the group stays small enough that the guide can watch each diver closely.

What’s included

• Professional dive guide leading all four dives.
• ferry transport to Cozumel on day two.
• lunch in Cozumel on day two.
• pickup from your Playa del Carmen accommodation.
• all four dives across the two days at designated reef sites.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Under 12: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Pro Dive International

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so choose based on which language you're comfortable following underwater. Both options run the same dive sites and schedule. If your last dive was more than a year ago, plan for a pool refresher before day one starts.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What's the difference between the two days of diving?

Day one covers two dives on Riviera Maya reefs near Playa del Carmen, focusing on local formations and marine life. Day two involves ferry travel to Cozumel, where you dive twice in the Marine Park, which is part of the larger Mesoamerican Barrier Reef system.

Do I need to bring my own diving equipment?

You can bring your own gear or rent it on-site for USD 27 per dive. Either way, the professional guide will brief you on the specific conditions and sites before each dive.

What happens if I haven't dived in a while?

If your last dive was more than a year ago, a pool check or refresher dive is required before the activity begins. If it's been two years or longer, the same applies. Check the operator's medical policies in advance to confirm what you'll need.

Is lunch included, and are there dietary options?

Lunch is included on day two in Cozumel. Let the operator know about any specific dietary requirements when you book so they can arrange accordingly.

What's the minimum age to participate?

Participants must be at least 12 years old and hold current open-water diving certification or an equivalent qualification.